He was fond of recalling his humble beginnings as a delivery boy for the Call-Bulletin. He remained at the Call-Bulletin, advancing to the paper's national advertising department, until he was called to duty in World War II. He saw four years of active service, two in combat in New Guinea and the Philippines. He was released from military service in 1946 with the rank of major.

During the Korean conflict, Mr. Fink was recalled to military service as a battalion commander at Fort Ord and later overseas, where he was stationed on the Japanese island of Hokkaido.

In retirement, Mr. Fink and his wife, Leota, enjoyed traveling and were particularly fond of international cruises. He is survived by his wife; a son, Dr. Albert B. Fink Jr. of Denver; a daughter, Lynne Lorraine Fink Becker of Jackson Hole, Wyo.; and three grandchildren.